Festivals
This event is known as the festival of colours.
what is holi
This "King of Bollywood" is known for his iconic roles in movies like Dilwale Dulhania Le Jayenge.
Shah Rukh Khan.
This layered South Asian flatbread, made with dough stretched thin and fried on a griddle, is popular in Kerala and Sri Lanka.
What is paratha (or naan for half points)
Who is famous for preaching peace in India.
Gandhi
Which South Asian country is made up of over 1,000 coral islands?
The Maldives
This even is known as the festival of lights.
What is Diwali.
She is the first South Asian woman to headline an American primetime TV show with Quantico and has also won the Miss World title in 2000.
This fermented dish made from rice and black lentils is steamed to create fluffy cakes, often served with sambar and chutney.
Idlii
A famous Tamil rebel group?
Tamil Tigers
What is the longest river in South Asia?
The Indus river
This festival is celebrated at night, and honours Lord Shiva.
What is Shivratri.
This two-time Oscar-winning composer is best known for his work on the films Slumdog Millionaire and 127 Hours
A.R.Rahman
This lesser-known fermented rice and lentil pancake from Tamil Nadu is traditionally made on a stone griddle and is thicker and fluffier than its cousin dosa.
Apam.
What was the name of the Empire that controlled most of India, Afghanistan and Bangladesh before the british?
Mughal Empire
Which South Asian country is home to the K2 mountain?
Pakistan
The harvest festival of Punjab, often celebrated with bhangra dancing and traditional foods
This Indian badminton player made history by becoming the first Indian woman to win a silver medal at the 2016 Rio Olympics
P.V Sindhu
A popular dish from Nepal, these steamed or fried dumplings are filled with spiced meat or vegetables and served with a tomato-based dipping sauce.
When did India gain its independence?
August 15, 1947
(extra 100pts for exact date)
Which South Asian country has the largest natural mangrove forest in the world?
Bangladesh
This festival marks the beginning of the Sun’s journey towards the North.
This Pakistani-American comedian created and starred in The Big Sick, a semi-autobiographical film nominated for an Academy Award
Kumail Nanijani
This sweet Bengali dessert is made from chenna (curdled milk) and sugar syrup, and is often served during festivals and celebrations. It has become very popular in India, but originates from bangladesh
Rasgulla.
Who designed the Indian flag?
Pingali Venkayya
Which South Asian countries have zero UNESCO World Heritage Sites?
Maldives/ Bhutan